A client with HIV has an elevated fasting blood glucose of 120. What dietary recommendations are important for this client?
1. Aim for meals with high glycemic index
2. Increase the amount of omega-6 fats
3. Limit the intake of unsaturated fats
4. Increase dietary soluble fiber
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Rationale: Fiber serves for intake of a variety of trace minerals essential for numerous metabolic activities within the body cells. Sugars have the highest glycemic index. Limit the intake of saturated fats; emphasize omega-3 fatty acids and unsaturated fats within a controlled kilocalorie intake.
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